Job Description

32 hours per week 34 weeks per year

Salary

18,031 per annum

We are looking to appoint a

Design & Technology Technician

to join our team soonest. This role will be based during term-time. The successful applicant will work closely with the D&T teachers to support the department via preparation of materials for teaching and learning, support lessons if required, maintain and replenish stock of materials and new equipment, and maintain existing machinery and equipment in the workshops to ensure the learners work safely.

Due to the remote location of the school, Candidates are required to have access to reliable transportation.

As Design & Technology Technician your responsibilities will include:

Preparation of equipment and materials in classrooms for practical exercises, running trials, demonstrations and helping students with learning activities as appropriate for teaching staff and student classes. Ensure the equipment is maintained and in good working order. In conjunction with the teacher, advise students on the safe and proper use of tools and equipment, and on the correct and safe way to carry out learning activities. Maintain adequate levels of stock/materials/equipment for the department. Be able to, and assist with the organisation of Design trips. Assist in D&T lessons when required.

What we are looking for:

Educated to A Level or equivalent. (Essential) Interest and experience in Design, Engineering, Construction and/or IT. (Essential) Experience working with a range of Design Technology equipment and resources. (Essential) Educated to degree level/equivalent in a Design related qualification (Desirable) Knowledge of using IT and have experience in used a laser and/or 3D printers. (Desirable) Design background or an Engineering background. (Desirable)

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to apply online by using the Quick Apply button. Alternatively, an application form and job details are available from the HR Department.

Email: recruitment@worth.org.uk

Telephone: 01342 710215

Closing date: 31st October 2025.

*We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and to close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable applications. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Worth School is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, all employees must have the ability to understand and adhere to Child Protection and Safeguarding legislation. The role holders safeguarding responsibilities are set out in the job description. References may be taken prior to interview and DBS and other vetting checks will be conducted on the successful applicant.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (2013 and 2020)) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ's guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 Section 7(1)(a) states that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Crawley, RH10 4SD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/10/2025